Metatarsalgia - Valley Foot Ankle Center

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Metatarsalgia is a general term that refers to any painful foot condition that affects the ball of the foot. Many different foot conditions can cause metatarsalgia. The most common cause of metatarsalgia is due to biomechanical conditions. It is important for a foot and ankle specialist to determine the exact underlying pathology in order to receive the proper treatment.

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CAUSES:

Pes Planus (flat foot)
Pes Cavus (high arch foot)
Bunion
Hammertoe
Tailors Bunion
Osteoarthritis
Capsulitis
Bursitis

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
Systemic Arthritis
Ankle equines (tight Achilles tendon)
Neuritis
Trauma
Bone Tumor
Soft Tissue Mass
Peripheral Neuropathy
Skin conditions: ulcer, corns, infection, warts or blister

IMAGING:

Your foot and ankle specialist will determine if imaging is needed based on your physical exam findings. Imaging may include:

X-ray
MRI
CT scan
Ultrasound
Bone scan
Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV)

ICONSERVATIVE TREATMENT:

This depends on the underlying problem. Your foot and ankle specialist will determine your treatment plan. It may include:

Protective padding
Orthotics
Toe taping
Braces
Splints
Supportive shoes gear
Topical creams
Injections
Physical therapy

SURGICAL TREATMENT:

This depends on the underlying problem. Your foot and ankle surgeon will determine your surgical treatment plan.

We encourage you to consult with a foot and ankle specialist for a complete assessment of your condition.

Dr. Jones Hormozi at Valley Foot & Ankle Center (VFAC) utilizes state-of-the-art technology, minimally invasive procedures, and advanced techniques to prevent and treat all conditions of the foot and ankle. This allows most patients to walk immediately after most procedures, and they are able to rapidly return to high levels of functioning with excellent outcomes.

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Dr. Jones Hormozi is a Board Certified Podiatrist in Los Angeles. Dr. Hormozi is known for treating sports injuries in patients of all ages. He has treated and operated on professional athletes, semi professional athletes, college athletes and high school athletes. Dr. Hormozi is also Clinical Assistant Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Western University of Health Sciences.

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